The team confirmed its new primary lid, pictured above, Tuesday, and said it’s “in the middle of an 18-month rebranding process with Nike that will likely result in new logos and/or uniforms in 2014.”

This helmet is an improvement over the previous script “Illinois” design. No, a block “I” isn’t overly exciting (Indiana’s had success with it, both new and old), but this is a good change. More important, it’s something new, something that replaces the unpopular design Illinois has worn since 1989.

Also of note: Illinois’ matte blue helmet from last season will serve as the team’s secondary lid.

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